River tracing at Zhongkeng river, Taipei
This trace has guided tours
Local guides are available on this river. See current listings on Klook.
Time needed
Zhongxing Bridge to Sisters Waterfall: 1.5-2 hrs Sisters Waterfall to Yunsen Waterfall: 1.5-2 hrs Yunsen parking lot to Sisters Waterfall: 15 mins
Safety
! There is a siphon/hole right behind the water curtain of Sisters Waterfall. It's deadly if getting sucked down. Life jackets might be needed. Strong water flow after a downpour. Be aware of possible venomous & aggressive bamboo snakes behind rocks or waterfalls.
Equipment
Life jackets, helmets, river tracing boots.
General information
*Several GPS spots relating to the river trace: Sisters Waterfall (姐妹瀑布): 24.84067,121.46038 Yunsen Waterfall (雲森瀑布): 24.83389,121.46576 The emerald pool in the gorge: 24.842,121.4573 Zhongxing Bridge:(中興橋:24.84464,121.45038) Alternative entry(close to the emerald pool and Sisters Waterfall): 24.843762, 121.453595 Yunsen Parking Lot(24.8436,121.45737)
Comments
Excellent trace. I recommend the "Alternate entry" above. Way easier than finding a way in from the bridge and you don't miss much.